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NC dance instructor accused of misconduct with students, deputies say
RALEIGH, N.C. — A woman linked to numerous dance studios across the state, including one in Raleigh, was arrested in Raleigh for charges of indecent liberties with a minor. A New Hanover County Sheriff's Office investigation connected Elissa Edwards to allegations of misconduct with students from several dance studios across North Carolina.
Safety concerns remain as more Triangle parks test positive for lead: 'Shocking and concerning'
As the City of Durham beefs up the fencing around some of its playgrounds, including at East Durham Park, other parks across the Triangle are coming up positive for lead, including in Chapel Hill."That's really shocking and concerning," Austin Maitland said.Maitland, who was riding his bike at the Community Center Park, saw the bright pink tape by the entrance where signs said lead, cadmium, and petroleum compounds were found in the area's soil."How much lead was found? Was it just a little bit?" Maitland asked.The Town of Chapel Hill said the property used to have three fuel tanks and some...
Volleyball Earns 2024 AVCA Team Academic Award
July 17, 2024 | Volleyball LEXINGTON, Ky. – Announced by the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) on Wednesday afternoon, the North Carolina volleyball team has received the 2024 AVCA Team Academic Award. Carolina is one of 347 of Division I schools to earn the award and one of 13 ACC schools to earn it for the 2023-2024 season. This is the second year in a row that the Tar Heels have garnered the academic honor and third time in program history (2024, 2023, 2020). The award, which was initiated during the 1992-93 academic year, honors collegiate and high school volleyball...
Daily Drop: Adding A Big Or Not, Embrace The Front Court!
When THI Director of Basketball Recruiting David Sisk confirmed North Carolina was in communication with New Zealand 7-footer Julius Halaifonua, it sparked our readers into another discussion about their concerns over UNC’s interior. In today’s Daily Drop, we dive into the topic and ask the question if it’s best...
UNC receives $1+ billion in research awards for fifth consecutive year
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) — For the fifth consecutive year, research awards at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) have exceeded $1 billion. According to UNC, funding from federal sources accounted for approximately 65% of all research awards this fiscal year. Grants from education and research institutes (9.3%), North Carolina government (8.5%), business and industry (6%) and foundations (5.6%) made up the rest of the funding.
July 23 soccer match will impact campus traffic and parking
International soccer teams Manchester City and Celtic FC will be in Chapel Hill the evening of Tuesday, July 23, to play a game in Kenan Stadium as part of the 2024 FC Series. This will be the second-ever international match at Kenan Stadium. We expect this game to draw a...
Salt marshes mitigate hurricane damage
Weather experts say the 2024 hurricane season could spawn a record number of storms along with increased intensity. News that once again has observers keeping a close eye on North Carolina’s Outer Banks. One natural mitigator to potential storm damage is North Carolina’s approximately 222,000 acres of salt marshes, which play a key role in […] The post Salt marshes mitigate hurricane damage appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Scattered showers and storms possible Saturday across central NC
Afternoon and evening storms could turn severe because of damaging winds on Saturday.Heavy rain could cause flooding locally, according to ABC11 meteorologist Steve Stewart, especially in areas that have seen recent heavy rain.Temperatures could reach the high 80s.This follows scattered storms and showers moving across central North Carolina on Friday. Some areas saw between 1 to 3.5 inches of rain.Rainfall totals reached a quarter of an inch across the viewing area.Looking Ahead Sunday and Monday look to be warmer and humid. Temperatures will reach the high 80s.Rain is expected every day this week.
DL Transfer Joshua Harris boosts UNC defense back at Home in Chapel Hill
Defensive tackle Joshua Harris is returning to North Carolina, joining the Tar Heels after a season at Ole Miss and four seasons at NC State. Harris logged 136 snaps across 13 games at Ole Miss, recording 13 tackles and four hurries in 2023. He brings veteran experience with 60 tackles and one sack in his career, enhancing UNC's defensive line. Harris highlighted his decision to transfer, citing the appeal of playing closer to home and the strong connection with UNC's coaching staff.
Pelosi to headline NC Democratic fundraiser as rumors swirl over Biden's candidacy
Every year, North Carolina Democrats host what they call the “Unity Dinner” — a fundraiser that in presidential years serves as a sort of pre-convention kickoff and get-out-the-vote bonanza. This year’s dinner, to be held Saturday, comes as the party is anything but unified on who should...
Unemployment claims in North Carolina increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in North Carolina rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 3,497 in the week ending July 13, up from 2,974 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S....
People News & Notes: ECU Health electrophysiology lab first in NC to earn IAC accreditation
ECU Health Medical Center Electrophysiology Lab is the first hospital lab in North Carolina to earn accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in cardiac electrophysiology in the areas of testing and ablation, device implantation and left atrial appendage occlusion, ECU Health announced. Accreditation by the IAC means that the lab has undergone an intensive application and review process and is found to be in compliance with published standards, demonstrating a commitment to quality patient care, the health system said. ...
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